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Chapter 10: The legacy Woman

CHAPTER TEN THE LEGACY WOMAN A woman's life is not ultimately measured by the positions she occupies, the wealth she accumulates, the titles she acquires or the recognition she receives. Beyond personal accomplishments lies a more enduring question: What will remain because she lived? This is the question of lasting influence—the value of a life invested in something greater than personal advancement. Every woman is writing a story through her choices, relationships, values and contributions. Some stories conclude with individual achievements, while others continue to shape generations through the lives they touch, the institutions they strengthen and the opportunities they create. The difference lies in recognising that life is not merely about personal progress; it is also about making meaningful contributions to the world beyond oneself. The woman who builds beyond herself understands that success is important, but significance is greater. Positions may change hands, wealth may ...

Anthony Akpokene Leads Campaign for Reading Culture Renaissance at Sixth Abuja Book Fair

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 By Genesis Ogiri The Convener of the Abuja Book Fair and Chief Executive Officer of Flomat Books Limited, Dr. Anthony Akpokene, has intensified the campaign for a national reading culture renaissance, calling on Nigerians to rediscover the intellectual value of books and embrace reading as a fundamental instrument of personal development, educational advancement and national transformation. Akpokene made the call during the sixth edition of the Abuja Book Fair, held under the theme, "Reading Culture Renaissance 6," which brought together authors, publishers, booksellers, educators, students and other stakeholders in the literary ecosystem to promote literacy, encourage knowledge acquisition and strengthen public appreciation for reading. The event commenced on November 10 with a school reading programme at Bankys School, Apo District, Abuja, attracting participation from several private schools. A major highlight was the appearance of Dr. Ogaga Ifowodo, recent wi...

chapter Nine: The Global Woman

CHAPTER Nine  THE GLOBAL WOMAN DIPLOMACY, INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS, GLOBAL LEADERSHIP AND CROSS-CULTURAL INFLUENCE The contemporary world is no longer defined by geographical boundaries alone. Political decisions in one country can influence economies thousands of kilometres away; technological innovations cross continents within seconds, while international developments shape local opportunities, institutions and livelihoods. In this interconnected environment, the woman who desires lasting relevance must cultivate an understanding of the world beyond her immediate surroundings. Her intellectual horizon must extend beyond familiar territories to embrace global developments, international institutions, emerging economies and the forces redefining human society. Being a global woman does not necessarily mean living abroad, holding an international appointment or travelling across continents. It means possessing the awareness, competence and perspective to engage meaningfully with iss...

CHAPTER EIGHT: THE WISE WOMAN

CHAPTER  EIGHT :    THE WISE WOMAN   The modern world is not suffering from a shortage of information; it is struggling with the challenge of knowing what to do with it. Every day, millions of women encounter an overwhelming volume of opinions, opportunities, advice, expectations and competing definitions of success. Knowledge is readily accessible, information travels across continents in seconds, and technology continues to expand the boundaries of human capability.  Yet, amid this abundance, one quality remains indispensable: wisdom. A woman may possess impressive qualifications, professional expertise, financial resources and social influence, but without wisdom, these advantages can become difficult to manage and even more difficult to sustain. It is wisdom that enables her to distinguish opportunity from distraction, confidence from arrogance, ambition from recklessness, and temporary recognition from enduring significance. Wisdom is not confined to intell...

Encomiums as Janet Daramola Bags Community Health Honorary Fellowship Award

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 By Genesis Ogiri ABUJA - Dr. Janet Daramola, Director of Community Health Services, and Director of Medical and Health Services of the Methodist Church Nigeria, has emerged as one of the distinguished professionals in Nigeria's community health sector, having been among the recipients of the prestigious Honorary Fellowship Award of the Community Health Institute (CHI). The honour, presented at the Nigerian National Merit Award House, Maitama, Abuja, on Thursday, November 12, 2026, recognises her professional contributions and remarkable career trajectory, which includes becoming the first female community health worker in Nigeria to attain Grade Level 17 in the civil service. The fellowship was conferred during the institute's 2026 Fellowship and Professionalism Award ceremony, organised around the theme, "The Role of Community Health Practitioners in Disaster and Humanitarian Emergencies." The theme highlighted the strategic importance of community healt...

Christmas with Hope 2026: Hope Raisers Global Foundation Targets 36 States, FCT

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 By Genesis ogiri  Hope Raisers Global Foundation has unveiled plans for its forthcoming humanitarian initiative, Christmas with Hope 2026, an ambitious nationwide outreach programme designed to promote compassion, social inclusion and humanitarian support across Nigeria's 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The Chief Executive Officer of the foundation, Ambassador Angonimi David-Imeh, disclosed this in an announcement made available to NEWSWAY Reporters, describing the initiative as part of the organisation's sustained commitment to humanitarian service, community development and the advancement of human welfare. According to her, the programme is conceived to extend the spirit of Christmas beyond conventional celebrations by creating opportunities for meaningful humanitarian interventions, particularly among vulnerable individuals, disadvantaged families and underserved communities. She explained that the nationwide scope of the initiative reflects...

Accolades as Abubakar Bakoji Bags Peace Icon Award at 4th Global Convention in Abuja

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 By Genesis ogiri  The Institute of Global Peace and Conflict Management has conferred its prestigious Global Peace Icon Award on Abubakar Bakoji, Director of Finance and Accounts, Adamawa State Ministry of Justice, in recognition of his distinguished public service career, exemplary professional integrity and contributions to strengthening financial accountability, institutional transparency and responsible governance. The distinguished honour was bestowed at the institute’s 4th Annual Global Peace Convention, held on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Centre, Abuja. The convention, themed “Advancing Peace, Security and Social Cohesion in a Diverse Society,” convened an eminent assemblage of international peace ambassadors, scholars, public-sector administrators, conflict management practitioners and development advocates from Nigeria and the diaspora. Bakoji’s emergence as a recipient of the award represents a significant institutional recogni...